Louisiana Governor Asks Judge To Resign Over Her Use Of Racial Slurs

Louisiana Governor Asks Judge To Resign Over Her Use Of Racial Slurs

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Judge Jessie LeBlanc admitted to using racial slurs in text messages directed at a black sheriff's deputy and a black law clerk. Despite apologizing for her actions, which she described as a 'horrible decision,' she faces calls for resignation from figures like Edwards, who emphasized the importance of judicial fairness. LeBlanc, however, plans to remain in her position and seek reelection, despite a formal complaint from the NAACP and public outcry.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Judge Jessie LeBlanc admit to doing in her text messages?

Using racial slurs

Bribing officials

Leaking confidential information

Tampering with evidence

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who criticized Judge LeBlanc's actions and called for her resignation?

Her family members

Governor Edwards

The local police department

The Supreme Court

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason given by Governor Edwards for calling Judge LeBlanc's actions inexcusable?

Her political affiliations

Her lack of experience

Her financial misconduct

Her repeated use of racial slurs

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What organization filed a formal complaint against Judge LeBlanc?

The Human Rights Commission

The FBI

The Bar Association

The NAACP

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Judge LeBlanc decide regarding her position after the controversy?

She decided to retire

She planned to step down

She intended to seek reelection

She moved to another district